The School of Natural Resources soil science program was recently awarded a classroom improvement grant from the Office of the Provost. This grant was used to update soil sciences technology, increase available supplies and technology for soil science students, and generally improve soils lab conditions. With the grant, the soils program purchased a variety of updated lab equipment, more standard…
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Young Alum Holly Enowski Explored Her International Interests in CAFNR
Today, the science and agricultural journalism graduate is involved in many programs that fight hunger both locally and internationally.
This October, CAFNR alum Holly Enowski was a featured speaker at the World Food Prize Laureate Award Ceremony at the Iowa State Capital. Enowski spoke about her experience as a former Borlaug-Ruan International Intern in Kenya and Uganda, and her continued participation in efforts to fight hunger both locally and internationally. While her connection to the World Food Prize foundation…
Biochemistry Students Accepted into MU School of Medicine Bryant Scholars Pre-Admissions Program
Aidan Dowdney and Luke Smith went from randomly assigned roommates freshman year to Bryant Scholars headed for medical school.
When Aidan Dowdney was looking for colleges, he was thinking about more than a bachelor’s degree. “It’s good to look four years down the road, but what about 10 years down the road?” Dowdney said. “That works a lot better if your medical school and your undergrad work together. Mizzou was close to home and their medical school was excellent.”…
Q&A with First-Generation Student Lidia Myers
In honor of National First-Generation Student Week, Lidia Myers, senior plant science major from Fredericktown, Missouri, discusses her experience as a first-generation college student.
Q: Why did you choose Mizzou? A: I chose to attend Mizzou for several reasons, such as the high graduation/employment rate of my program, the ample amount of funding through scholarships and grants, and research opportunities for undergrads. Q: Why CAFNR/your chosen major? A: I wanted to be a plant science student because it combines the most important things in…
Former Marine Turned Viticulturist Kenzi Schultz Finds a Community at Mizzou
Military service shaped Schultz’s academic future, and she wants other veterans to know that the transition to college is possible.
Kenzi Schultz grew up in a military and law enforcement family in Cordelia, California, and knew in middle school that she would one day follow in her family’s footsteps. Her great grandfather served in the Army during World War II and the Korean War, her father was a police officer and Army veteran, her brother joined the Air Force, her…
Q&A with First-Generation Student Makenna Shifflett
In honor of National First-Generation Student Week, Makenna Shifflett, freshman biochemistry major from Conway, Missouri, discusses her experience as a first-generation college student.
Q: Why did you choose Mizzou? A: When I visited Mizzou last fall, I met with a series of advisors. From these short visits I was able to observe the support and opportunity that was offered here at Mizzou. I could see myself being successful, surrounded by amazing people and a beautiful campus. Q: Why CAFNR/your chosen major? A: Before…
Q&A with First-Generation Student Harleigh Lewis
In honor of National First-Generation Student Week, Harleigh Lewis, sophomore agricultural education major from Brunswick, Missouri, discusses her experience as a first-generation college student.
Q: Why did you choose Mizzou? A: I chose the University of Missouri for multiple reasons. The main reason was that during my first tour at Mizzou I felt at home. I remember having a feeling lifted off my shoulders of choosing where I was going to go to college because right then I knew I wanted to be a…
Q&A with First-Generation Student Emma Schudel
In honor of National First-Generation Student Week, Emma Schudel, junior animal sciences major from Columbia, Missouri, discusses her experience as a first-generation college student.
Q: Why did you choose Mizzou? A: As a Columbia native, I was too attached to my community to leave. I stayed home with my mom and wouldn’t have it any other way! Q: Why CAFNR/your chosen major? A: I have always been an animal lover, I grew up going to the St. Louis Zoo, so I’ve wanted to be…
A night of honors: CAFNR celebrates distinguished alumni
2023 Column Awards recognize six exceptional CAFNR alumni
The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources honored six recipients with the 2023 CAFNR Column Award for Distinguished Alumni. This is the only award specifically for alumni presented by the college – the highest honor bestowed by the College in celebration of outstanding alumni. The awardee class includes one graduate from each of CAFNR’s six divisions, reflecting the six…
Telling the Soy Story
CAFNR alumnus is passionate about being a voice for the agriculture industry through telling Missouri soybean farmers’ stories.
“Farmers truly are stewards who are investing in the future; even if they don’t have livestock relying on them, they’re still feeding into the planet,” Madelyn Warren said. “We have to bridge the gap between producers and consumers through lighthearted and relatable content. Whether that’s talking about generational farming and raising kids on the farm or sharing in the humor…